UAE News

UAE ranks No. 2 on Agility’s world emerging markets logistics index

19 Jan 2016

The UAE leads all 45 countries in ‘connectedness’, meaning it has the best combination of infrastructure, transport connections, and customs and border administration

19 January 2016

Dubai: The UAE leads the ranking for the best business conditions found in the world’s emerging markets, according to the 2016 Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index.

The index, in its 7th year, ranks 45 leading emerging markets countries based on their size, business conditions,... Read More

‘Disney’s Sparkling Frozen Forest’ at CITY WALK to offer families an immersive experience this DSF

18 Jan 2016

The Dubai Shopping Festival’s 21st Edition is giving residents and tourists alike the opportunity to spend their evenings enjoying ‘Disney’s Sparkling Frozen Forest’ – a special activation based on Disney’s globally acclaimed film, “Frozen.

The family friendly experience will come alive from 21- 30 January at the ice rink of CITY WALK, the dynamic outdoor destination by Meraas, a Strategic Partner of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of... Read More

DSF Through the Eyes of a Child

18 Jan 2016

The 21st edition of Dubai Shopping Festival has not only been offering shoppers from around the world many rewarding experiences but also brought unbridled joy  to little children in the form of thrilling fun rides, cultural dance performances, shows by street artists and carnival-styled games.

DSF 2016 has witnessed children going wild with excitement at both Global Village and the Carnival at THE BEACH. The chilly nights didn’t stop the children from doing what they do best – have... Read More

UN chief launches humanitarian financing report in Dubai

18 Jan 2016

Ban Ki-moon unveils landmark report in presence of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon has called for the co-operation of governments, the private sector and humanitarian agencies to close the $15bn funding gap in providing vital aid to 125m people in need around the world.

Ban made the appeal at the high-profile launch event for new report Too Important to Fail - Addressing the Humanitarian Financial Gap, held at Dubai's International... Read More

Longines presents the first set of Dubai World Cup Carnival races at the Meydan Racecourse

18 Jan 2016

Swiss watchmaker, Longines presented the first set of Dubai World Cup Carnival races at the Meydan Racecourse on Thursday, 7th of January, 2016. As Official Timekeeper and pillar partner of Meydan, Longines kicked off the exciting Dubai World Cup Carnival that signals the countdown to the, Dubai World Cup, which will be held on March 26th, 2016 and carries a purse.

The meeting began with the evening’s only Purebred Arabian race, Group 1 Al Maktoum Challenge over the mile and was later... Read More

DSF shoppers pick up amazing deals and enjoy world class entertainment at City Centre Deira

17 Jan 2016

Residents and visitors from around the world have been thoroughly enjoying themselves at the plethora of events and activities that have been rolled out during the 21st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival by the organizers, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), with the malls in particular being a favourite of families seeking rewarding shopping experiences.

With several events designed to reflect  the... Read More

DSF Fashion Central aglow with new collections of luxury brands

17 Jan 2016

The Apparel and Fashion themed events of  the current edition of Dubai Shopping Festival reached a whole new level with fashion shows by three leading luxury brands at the Mall of the Emirates on 16 January 2016.

DSF 2016  organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) – collaborated with BCBG Max Azria, Billionaire Italian Couture and DKNY to showcase their new collections at the mall’s Fashion... Read More

Dubai Shopping Festival moves high-end fashion to the streets of Dubai with ‘Street Runways’

17 Jan 2016

 Luxury fashion to take spotlight at three special locations on 18, 23 and 25 January

The Dubai Shopping Festival is continuing to maintain its reputation for  offering unique shopping experiences to visitors by hosting a number of special events focusing on the Apparel and Fashion Theme at its ongoing 21st edition,  aimed at highlighting and helping to boost a sector that has helped Dubai emerge as a must-visit fashion capital.

Indeed, connoisseurs of fashion will be able to ‘... Read More

Djokovic and Federer to renew rivalry in Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

17 Jan 2016

Icons lead field at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships from February 15-20, with tickets on sale Monday

17 January 2016

Dubai: World number one Novak Djokovic and seven-time Dubai champion Roger Federer will be joined by world number four Stan Wawrinka and world number six Tomas Berdych in the battle for the coveted Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships trophy in February.

Together, Federer and Djokovic hold 11 of the last 13 titles in Dubai but competition remains... Read More

Paris Gallery Surprises DSF Shoppers with Special Flash Mob at Dubai Festival City Mall

17 Jan 2016

With residents and tourists from around the world enjoying the unprecedented shopping, entertainment and winning experiences that are taking place all over the city during Dubai Shopping Festival, Paris Gallery sprang a delightful surprise on shoppers during the weekend with a flash mob activation at the Dubai Festival City Mall.

The special flash mob featured eight professional models and made them the centre of attention as they showcased Paris Gallery’s amazing offers, discounts... Read More

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